Martial Arts & Me: Book by Shihan Chris - Now Just £10

Beyond the Belt: Martial Arts and Me
By Shihan Christopher Allen

In Beyond the Belt, Christopher Allen – founder of Tring Martial Arts Academy and 6th Dan Black Belt – shares a candid and powerful account of a life shaped by discipline, adversity, and resilience. Spanning four decades in martial arts, this memoir goes far beyond kicks and punches to explore the values, setbacks, and triumphs that forged both the man and the mentor.

From being bullied as a boy in Cornwall to training in the sweltering streets of Bangkok, Allen’s journey is raw, honest, and deeply human. He opens up about personal challenges, professional betrayals, and the unwavering pursuit of integrity in an often complicated world. Each chapter offers insights into the martial artist's mindset, as well as the personal philosophies that have guided his teaching and leadership.

Whether you're a lifelong martial artist, a curious beginner, or simply someone drawn to stories of grit and growth, Beyond the Belt is an inspiring read that reminds us all what it means to keep fighting — not just in the dojo, but in life.

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